MINES ROAD HOUSE

A large wood home in the hills, made in a U shape with living area, large trees, and pool in the middle.

ARCHITECTURE:

Stephen MacCracken (Principal)
Hutch Mouradian
Alan Kaufman
Mark Damrel

CONTRACTOR:

GIB Construction

CONSULTANTS:

Enginious Structures (Structural)
Edward J Cansino & Associates (Lighting Designer)
Bruce Jett & Associates (Landscape Architect)

PHOTOGRAPHY:

Rien Van Rijthoven & Hutch Mouradian

Project overview
This project transforms an existing U-shaped Northern California ranch-style home into a new residence that fully embraces the surrounding natural beauty. The original layout, room sizes, window placements, and eave lines now frame the untouched California landscape, enhancing the home’s connection to its environment.

Design highlights
The updated design features expansive volumes with tall wood-framed windows and doors that capture sweeping views of the horizon, sky, and nearby hillsides. Five distinct, tall, articulated wood structures define the interior spaces, connected by slightly lower ceilings and roofs, complemented by trellises and plaster walls in rich, integral colors.

Key materials

Wood
Concrete
Plaster.

Large wooden U shape home in the hills with a covered patio walkway crossing it, many trees scattered inside of the building property

Large bathroom with dual sinks and a separate shower and bath area

A large wood home in the hills, made in a U shape with living area, large trees, and pool in the middle. There are large windows that are tinted to protect against the hot sun of the hills and desert

a rustic living room with lots of art and decor in the area, many plants and lighting fixtures as well.

a retro rustic office with books, decor, art, and a small cozy fireplace.

A large wood home in the hills, made in a U shape with living area, large trees, and pool in the middle. There is a pathway stretching around the property.